A garden, free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas are available at this motel. Other amenities include a vending machine. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Sierra Motel offers 20 accommodations with air conditioning. This Traverse City motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a bath. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Sierra Motel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Front Street. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
Free WiFi
Free self-parking
Amenities include a vending machine
Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean guestrooms
Just a 5-minute walk from Front Street and 11 minutes on foot from Lake Michigan
Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
The Sierra Motel offers its guests a vending machine and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Traverse City motel.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free uncovered self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping on request
Outdoors
Garden
Accessibility
No lift
More
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathtub
Private bathroom
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Mobile key entry
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Access code, front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets: USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Food and water bowls are available
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Pet fee: USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM. Guests arriving after 7:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
The Sierra Motel Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 288 out of 351 reviews
10 - Excellent
288
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 351 reviews
8 - Good
50
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 351 reviews
6 - Okay
9
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 351 reviews
4 - Poor
4
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 351 reviews
2 - Terrible
0
9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kamen
13 Jan 2026
Kamen
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
CARLY
10 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really great experience here. The property was clearly created with attention to thoughtful detail and is just so special. Do yourself a favor and stay here. The owners are so nice too.
CARLY
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey
4 Jan 2026
Jeffrey
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Salena
Business traveller
4 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless, me and my bf loved the vintage style.
We had a quick trip to town for an appointment and we love this place. Cute, cozy and convenient. Need to take care or some leftover leaves and snow build-up on the covered porch/sidewalk areas by the front doors, but understand the weather issues.
Staff was great. Room was so cute. Such attention to detail. Great location. Great Value. This is now my go-to place to stay when I'm in Traverse City
Jana
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mark
5 Dec 2025
Mark
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
6/10 Okay
Ryan
22 Nov 2025
Ryan
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
David
Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
10 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The motel was extremely nice with cool vibes and a chic feel. Nicely renovated and modern styles, very warm and comfortable for my wife and I and our 1-yr old mini Australian shepherd pup.
We love this motel! We've stayed here twice and will be back. The location is excellent. Easy to get to everything. The room is adorable and clean. We bring our dog with us and they provided a water bowl and treats! Highly recommend!
We enjoyed a lovely stay at the Sierra Motel. Our room was clean, and neat. The location is convenient to lots of places of interest in the TC area. I would be happy to stay there again sometime
The Sierra is such a groovy little motel. The decor is retro and so cool - great colors and vibe! Our room was spotless and had every convenience we needed - including a mini frig. The location is awesome - we walked everywhere. The owners were so kind and had our room ready in a jiffy. We would not hesitate to stay here again!